Taiwan earthquake: what is known and what happens next
Earlier today (April 3), a major earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck the central east coast of Taiwan, roughly 20 kilometers south of the city of Hualien.
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What We Know About the Earthquake in Taiwan
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that rocked Taiwan during the morning commute on Wednesday was the strongest quake to hit the island in 25 years.
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Earthquake rocks Taiwan, killing at least 4 and rattling tech sector
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Taiwan’s strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years damages buildings, leaving 4 dead
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s strongest earthquake in a quarter century rocked the island during the morning rush hour Wednesday, damaging buildings and highways and causing the deaths of four people.